Explore the Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio. It is a learning management system created to support ongoing professional development for staff in Head Start and child care settings.

Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) uses a cyclical process supports teachers’ use of effective teaching practices leading to positive outcomes for children. PBC occurs in the context of collaborative partnerships.

Find professional development tools and resources for training and technical assistance providers, directors, educators, administrators, policy makers, and leaders in the early childhood education field.

Designed specifically for new Head Start program staff, these resources can help you learn your role with clarity and confidence. Find the materials you need to be successful in your first year and beyond!

Success in any career requires the continued development of skills and knowledge. Explore tools and resources to help supervisors develop effective plans with staff.

Review this infographic for key considerations when creating an Individualized Professional Development Plan.

The EarlyEdU Alliance® brings together higher education faculty and policymakers to transform teacher preparation and professional development for Head Start workforce.

Continuing education units (CEUs) and contact hours are awarded for successful completion of professional development training events. Learn how to earn these credits for your early childhood education career.

Explore and use this video-sharing and coaching-feedback application. It helps coaches and coachees and peer-coaching teams work together, even between coach visits or from a distance.

Find out which states the iPD partnered with to provide professional development approval for courses. This includes detailed information about which iPD courses are approved to meet state requirements.